House at Manatee Cove
Guest rating: 4.9 / 5
Overview
House at Manatee Cove is a kid-friendly, smoke-free waterfront home in Florida Ridge designed as a Vero Beach/Treasure Coast getaway. It’s oriented around relaxing on the water, with a private dock for tying up a boat and a backyard setting where guests can fish right from the property. The home holds a very high public rating of 4.915625 based on 32 reviews.
Amenities & Recreation
Outdoor features include an outdoor pool, patio, and an outdoor grill, supporting pool days and cookouts at the house. For comfort year-round, the home offers air conditioning and heating, and it includes practical essentials like a washer and ironing board. Free Wi‑Fi, cable TV, and free parking are provided.
Kitchen & In-home Conveniences
The home includes a kitchen equipped with an oven stove and microwave, suited to self-catering instead of relying on restaurants for every meal. Laundry is supported by an on-site washer, and the smoke-free policy is a fit for guests seeking a non-smoking indoor environment.
Location & Nearby Access
For local transit, bus stops at Highland Dr SW & Old Dixie Hwy SW (NB) and Old Dixie Hwy & Highland Dr SW (SB) are both about 0.8 km away, with additional stops around Highland Dr SW & Sunrise Dr SW about 1.4 km away. Nearby dining options include Restaurants La Taberna (~579 m) and Twisted Lime Restaurant & Bar (~3.2 km). Air access includes Fort Pierce St Lucie County International (~7.5 km) and Vero Beach Regional Airport (~11.4 km), while Melbourne Orlando International Airport is much farther (~65.9 km).
Best for
This property is best for leisure travelers who want a waterfront stay with direct access for boating and fishing, supported by a private dock and a backyard canal setting. It also suits groups or families who value self-catering, thanks to the full kitchen, outdoor grill, pool, free parking, and in-home laundry.
Travel tips
If you’re planning day trips without a car, the closest bus stops are around 0.8 km away at Highland Dr SW & Old Dixie Hwy SW (northbound/southbound), with additional service about 1.4 km away near Sunrise Dr SW. Flyers should note the closest airports listed are Fort Pierce St Lucie County International (~7.5 km) and Vero Beach Regional (~11.4 km), while Melbourne Orlando International is a significantly longer drive (~65.9 km). Some guests report a more involved booking process due to HOA requirements, so allow extra time for pre-arrival steps.
What guests say
Reviews highlight the waterfront setting—particularly the canal and pool—as standout features that make it feel ideal for a Vero Beach-area getaway, with location frequently praised. Repeat-stay intent is mentioned, suggesting strong overall satisfaction for guests seeking a water-focused vacation. Critiques focus on the waterfront/pool-side experience not feeling fully equipped, including missing or inadequate outdoor relaxation items and issues with broken pool toys. One review also notes that the booking process can feel lengthy due to HOA-related steps.
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